Art galleries, museums & libraries

Scotland's cultural life, and what it costs to join in. Adult literacy 99%.

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Libraries & public museumsPublic libraries free; National Museum and National Galleries free.

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Art galleriesNational galleries, contemporary spaces and commercial galleries in Edinburgh; free days and passes.

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MuseumsThe unmissable few, the local gems, and multi-museum cards that pay for themselves.

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Theatre, music & festivalsOpera, concerts, film and the festival calendar.

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DiscountsResident, senior, student and family rates; free first Sundays where they exist.

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In EnglishEnglish-language bookshops, tours, cinema and expat cultural groups.